What is the maximum negative leave a member can have according to Navy standards?

The maximum negative leave a member can have according to Navy standards is equal to the amount of leave that would be earned during the remaining service period. This means that a service member can be in a negative leave status for a duration that does not exceed the total amount of leave they will continue to accrue until their separation or retirement from service. This policy is in place to ensure that personnel do not take more leave than they can legitimately earn, thus maintaining a responsible management of the leave system.

In contrast, the other options suggest limits or allowances that do not align with the established policy: for instance, stating that negative leave could only be equal to what is earned in a month or to a fixed number of days like 10, does not reflect the Navy's broader framework regarding accrued leave calculations. Therefore, understanding the concept of earning leave relative to the service period is essential for managing leave appropriately within the naval context.